Enhance Literacy Skills Research Articles

Home literacy interventions and children's emergent literacy and oral language skills: A systematic review and discussion of underlying mechanisms

AbstractFamily literacy interventions, encompassing both meaning‐ and code‐based activities, have generally demonstrated positive outcomes in fostering children's literacy and oral language skills. Despite the overall positive impact, the effectiveness of these interventions varies, and the distinction between the specific mechanisms underlying each approach to home literacy activities remains unclear. This article systematically reviews existing evidence on home literacy interventions, aiming to provide a clearer understanding of meaning‐ and code‐based activities' roles in promoting children's literacy and oral language development. Our findings suggest that code‐based activities are more effective in enhancing literacy skills, while meaning‐based activities, particularly shared and dialogic reading, most effectively support oral language development. However, a strict separation between the two was not supported, as many studies implemented multiple intervention types concurrently. The most successful interventions included active conversational turns and clear strategies for parental involvement. Further research is needed to disentangle the specific contributions of code‐ and meaning‐based activities in home literacy interventions.

Student Literacy and Literacy Skills in Higher Education: A Bibliometric Review

<p><span>Student literacy and literacy skills are crucial in developing critical thinking, analytical abilities, and overall academic success in higher education. This study provides an initial overview of research developments on these topics through a bibliometric analysis of studies published between 2004 and 2023. Data were collected from the Scopus database, identifying 675 relevant publications, and analyzed using tools such as Scopus, Mendeley, and VOSViewer to explore research trends, dominant keywords, and collaboration networks in this field. The findings reveal that studies on student literacy have steadily increased over the past two decades, with the United States and Indonesia as leading contributors. Key themes frequently emerging in these studies include literacy, students, writing, reading, and teaching. Despite this growing interest, research specifically linking literacy and student literacy skills in higher education remains limited, with most studies focusing on general literacy aspects. These insights highlight the need for further exploration, particularly in developing students' critical literacy skills in higher education contexts. This study aims to map the landscape of student literacy research, provide insights into researcher contributions, and identify research gaps for future studies. Ultimately, these findings can guide future research and policy development to enhance literacy skills critical for academic success and professional readiness.</span></p>

Needs analysis of interactive STEM-based multimedia to enhance literacy and 21st-century skills

Learning media development should integrate interactive features with engaging, real-world content. This study aims to analyze the need for interactive multimedia based on STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics) education to enhance literacy skills and 21st-century competencies. The study employs a qualitative approach using a needs analysis method, involving data collection through in-depth interviews with teachers and curriculum document analysis. The results indicate that students require learning media that are engaging, relevant to their daily lives, and capable of fostering literacy and 21st-century skills. On the other hand, teachers highlight the need for practical, accessible learning media that can enhance student engagement in the learning process. These findings emphasize the importance of developing interactive multimedia based on STEM education to support more effective learning. This study implies the need for innovations in developing interactive STEM-based learning media that align with modern educational demands.

Emerging Readers: Systematic Exploration of Effective English Reading Strategies for Preschoolers

This study reviews methods for improving preschoolers' phonological awareness and English reading abilities from 2013 to 2023 using the PRISMA protocol. Analysing 22 articles, it identifies 11 strategies for reading development and 5 for phonological awareness. An interactive reading model is introduced, providing a unified framework to support early childhood educators in enhancing literacy skills in young learners.

Comparing Computer-Assisted and Teacher-Led Instruction for Teaching Emergent Literacy Skills to Chinese Preschoolers With Autism

Emergent literacy skills are critical for future reading development, but children with autism commonly struggle with these skills. Computer-assisted instruction (CAI) is increasingly utilized to enhance literacy skills in these children, yet research on the relative efficacy of CAI and traditional teacher-led instruction (TLI) for these children has yielded inconsistent findings. The varied implementation of CAI and TLI has further complicated efforts to determine their relative efficacy. This study combined a multiple probe and multitreatment design to compare the efficacy of CAI and TLI, incorporating consistent instructional strategies, in teaching Chinese emergent literacy skills to three preschoolers with autism. Results showed significant progress in emergent literacy skills for all children. Computer-assisted instruction slightly outperformed TLI in overall emergent literacy scores and character application scores, while differences in pronunciation-form-meaning were minimal. Recommendations are proposed to enhance CAI and emergent literacy intervention strategies for children with autism.

The impact of repeated reading on deaf and hard of hearing students: Current evidence-based practices

Research shows that d/Deaf and hard of hearing (d/DHH) students often face challenges in reaching grade-level literacy skills. Past systematic reviews involving d/DHH students highlight the need for high-quality experimental research in areas like reading comprehension and fluency. Studies have shown that repeated reading instruction positively impacts literacy for non-disabled students, second language learners, and hearing students with disabilities. In this systematic review, the author explored evidence on the effects of repeated reading instruction for d/DHH students. Ten studies across nine articles met the specified inclusion criteria, including nine intervention studies and one qualitative case study. Analysis of these studies suggests that repeated reading is a promising approach for enhancing literacy skills in d/DHH students. However, as noted in previous reviews, more rigorous experimental studies are necessary. Future research could investigate the long-term effects of repeated reading instruction.

Executing the School Literacy Movement Program within Islamic-Based Excellence Schools

This qualitative study investigates the habituation phase of literacy movement programs in Indonesian elementary schools, particularly focusing on Islamic-based approaches. Through literature review of 10 relevant references from 2017 to 2020, the efficacy of pre-reading reflections in improving morning literacy skills is analyzed. The findings underscore the potential of this approach for broader implementation, emphasizing its significance in diverse educational settings, especially those with Islamic orientations. Highlights : Islamic-based approach: Analyzing the effectiveness of Islamic-oriented strategies in enhancing literacy skills among elementary school students. Pre-reading reflections: Investigating the impact of 10 pre-reading reflections on morning literacy skills during the habituation phase. Diverse educational settings: Highlighting the potential for broader implementation of tailored literacy programs, especially in schools with Islamic curriculums. Keywords: literacy movement, elementary schools, Islamic curriculum, habituation phase, qualitative research

Scientific Writing Training as an Effort to Improve Literacy

literacy rate, evidenced by the minimal number of written works produced by its residents. To address this issue, particularly among educators and students, we proposed a community service program aimed at enhancing literacy skills in scientific writing. This program was designed to provide socialization and assistance in writing for students and educators in one of the schools in Bangkalan Regency. The objective of this community service program is to improve the scientific writing skills of educators and students. The implementation process begins with socialization sessions covering the necessary preparations for writing scientific works, essential elements of scientific writing, and the use of Mendeley. These socialization sessions were conducted three times, followed by a mentoring process where our team assisted participants until they produced scientific papers ready for publication. The community service program concluded with participants completing a questionnaire to evaluate their responses to the program. As a result of these activities, ten written works were produced, ready for publication in journals or print media. Questionnaire results indicate that 95% of participants felt motivated to write scientific papers, and 100% responded positively to the community service activities.

Unravelling Catch-Up Fridays: A Look through Novice Teachers’ Perspectives

Given the critical role of reading proficiency in learner success, the Department of Education’s (DepEd) Catch-Up Fridays program holds promise for improving literacy skills. Prioritizing this program at the school level is essential. However, a potential challenge lies in ensuring the preparedness of novice teachers, those new to the profession, to implement such initiatives effectively. This study aimed to understand the experiences of novice teachers in the first month of implementation of Catch-Up Fridays in the 1st District of Ilocos Sur. The participants of the study were five (5) teachers. They were selected based on the inclusion criteria: 1) 0-3 years in the service, 2) a DepEd employee, 3) a resident of Unit II (Bantay, Caoayan, Santa, San Vicente, Sta. Catalina, Sto. Domingo, and San Ildefonso), and 4) must be willing to participate in the study. This study utilized phenomenological research, applying the focus group discussion and semi-structured open-ended questions. Data collection involved verbatim transcription of participant responses. These transcripts were then systematically analyzed using the Moustakas framework. This analysis included listing, categorization, coding, and thematic identification. The findings indicated that novice teachers viewed their experiences of the first month of Catch-Up Fridays as a Symphony of Emotions-Frustrations to Aspirations with two sub-themes emerging, namely having mixed emotions and being optimistic in enhancing literacy skills. All the novice teacher participants went through a stressful, struggling, and confused phase caused by inadequate resources and lack of training. Amidst the challenges they faced during the first month of implementation of Catch-Up Fridays, they were optimistic for a better outcome because there was an improvement in learners’ literacy. Even though novice teachers typically display commendable optimism amid hard times, focused assistance can boost the effective execution of the program. To enhance the effectiveness of school-level Catch-up Fridays, administrators could provide these educators with comprehensive orientation sessions or seminar workshops. However, making available teaching aids will help to reduce anticipated stress, thereby guaranteeing smooth program implementation.

Religious Literacy Reinforcement-Based Tolerance Education: A Didactic Reflection Method on Islamic Religious Education Through Action Research

Efforts to foster an attitude of religious tolerance in students within an educational setting relies on the reinforcement of literacy skills. This emphasis is grounded in the recognition that a genuine appreciation and respect for religious diversity are more likely to thrive within a literate society. Therefore, this research sets out to explore strategies for enhancing literacy skills through the prism of Islamic religious education (PAI, Pendidikan Agama Islam) course with the specific goal of fostering a climate of tolerance. Action Research was adopted as the research design, involving a sequential through three distinct phases: pre-action analysis, action implementation and post-action analysis. This research was conducted in a university in West Java by involving 120 participants, evenly distributed between 60 male and 60 female students. The outcome of this research delineates a structured framework comprising six pivotal stages of learning, in the acronym TADBIR. This framework serves as a strategic blueprint for religious literacy initiatives that employ a profound influence on the cultivation of religious tolerance. The TADBIR framework encompasses the following steps: Teaching the Tolerance Value, Analyzing Tolerance Verses, Discovering Solutions, Behavioring, Influencing and Reflection. The implementation of this TADBIR framework yielded a notable increase in religious tolerance toward a positive direction. This research concludes the pedagogical approach encapsulated in the TADBIR acronym is effective in enhancing religious tolerance among students with effectiveness score of 81.56%. The main contribution of this paper is how to map students' religious tolerance attitudes. Through an action research approach, this research tries to pioneer practical steps that can guide educational practitioners in increasing attitudes of religious tolerance through strengthening religious literacy.

Unveiling The Impact of “Nearpod” Application in Elevating Tenth-Grade Reading Narrative Text Comprehension Mastery

This study is a Quantitative study to examine the efficacy of Nearpod application in elevating the 38 tenth-grade students' reading comprehension mastery under the topic of narrative text at SMAN 1 Bitar. Pre-experimental research using a one-group pretest and post-test design was implemented. To obtain the data, the researchers utilized the test. Before being given to the participants, the validity and reliability of the test were examined. T-tests on paired samples were used to assess the data that was gathered by applying SPSS 25. The findings showed that students' comprehension of narrative texts was much improved by using the Nearpod application. The students' post-test score of 83.05. rose from their pre-test score of 74.13 in narrative text The student's learning results throughout the pre-and post-tests differed notably, according to the matched samples t-test, with a p-value of 0.000, which was less than 0.05, indicating statistical significance. In light of these results, it is advised that English teachers incorporate Nearpod into their teaching, particularly for reading instruction. the findings suggest that Nearpod positively impacts reading instruction. Implications include the potential of Nearpod for enhancing literacy skills and promoting student engagement. Future research could explore its effectiveness across diverse student populations and grade levels, as well as comparative studies to identify best practices in literacy instruction. By addressing these areas, future research can contribute to the advancement of technology-enhanced pedagogy.

Project-Based Learning Integrated with STEAM: A Study on Educational Pop-Up Books for Early Literacy

This study evaluates the effectiveness of integrating Project-Based Learning (PjBL) with Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts, and Mathematics (STEAM) to enhance literacy skills among children aged 5-6. Employing a quasi-experimental design, 30 TK Cornerstone Homestyle Education students were selected and divided into experimental and control groups. The experimental group engaged in PjBL integrated with STEAM, while the control group followed conventional methods. Pre-tests and post-tests were administered to assess literacy skills, focusing on reading habits, symbol recognition, word writing, and constructing written pieces. Data were collected through tests and observation sheets and analyzed using descriptive and inferential statistics via IBM SPSS Statistics version 21. Results showed significant literacy skill improvements in the experimental group compared to the control group, with higher post-test scores and increased engagement. Instrument validity was confirmed through item analysis, and reliability was ensured with a Cronbach's Alpha of 0.74. Observations revealed high implementation quality in both groups, but the experimental group demonstrated a more substantial increase in literacy levels. This study concludes that STEAM-integrated PjBL effectively enhances early literacy, promotes creativity, and engages students actively in learning. The findings imply the need for broader application of this method in early childhood education and suggest further research to explore long-term impacts and applicability across diverse educational contexts. Despite limitations such as sample scope and short-term intervention, this research supports adopting interdisciplinary approaches for improved educational outcomes.

Word-Wall Education Game to Enhance Literacy Skills in Elementary Schools

Literacy is a crucial basic skill in education, helping students understand texts, express thoughts in writing, and gain broader knowledge. This research uses a quantitative method with a pretest-posttest control group design research design on grade 5 students of SD Negeri 132 Malele-Enrekang consisting of a control group (traditional method) and an experimental group (Word Wall Game). The research results show that the Word Wall Game significantly improves students' literacy skills. There was a consistent increase in reading, writing, and literacy understanding in the group that used the Word Wall Game compared to the control group. Teacher response to the Word Wall Game has been generally positive, seeing it as a tool that increases student engagement and creates a fun learning environment. This research concludes that the Word Wall Game has great potential in increasing the literacy of elementary school students. The practical implication is that the Word Wall Game can be used by teachers as an innovative learning tool to increase student literacy at the elementary level, creating more interesting and effective learning.

Innovative Strategies to Promote Literacy Skills in Pakistan

Empowering students with literacy skills so that they can grow and compete in the global workforce can be achieved via a strong and robust educational system. However, in some third world countries including Pakistan, ready access to schools may not be a viable option for some students due to resource constraints or due to cultural or religious limitations. Innovative strategies to enhance literacy skills can have a significant impact in alleviating gaps between those students who are denied educational opportunities vis-à-vis privileged students who receive quality education, and several non-governmental organizations (NGOs) have taken creative steps to provide opportunities for children in remote parts of Pakistan to develop literacy skills and promote a reading culture. This paper will explore the results from a qualitative study on three NGOs and explain how they promote literacy for the most vulnerable populations. 

Empowering Dyslexic Learners: A Design Approach to Tangible Educational Products

This study addresses the challenge of developing effective educational tools for dyslexic learners, who often struggle with traditional learning methods due to their unique cognitive processing needs. The aim of the study is to design and evaluate a tangible educational product that integrates multisensory learning, Universal Design for Learning (UDL) principles, and Cognitive Load Theory to enhance literacy skills in dyslexic children. The methodology involves a mixed-methods approach, including usability testing with at-risk children, followed by a structured intervention study with 20-30 children from an elementary school and the Dyslexia Association of Malaysia. The findings indicate that the designed product significantly improves literacy outcomes by providing a multisensory and accessible learning experience that reduces cognitive load. The study’s implications suggest that such products, when designed with these principles, can be powerful tools in supporting the education of dyslexic learners, offering a model that could be adapted for broader educational contexts.

Practice and barriers of technology integrated pedagogy in teaching EFL young learners: A critical analysis

Young learners' characteristics, which differ from those of young adolescents, adolescents, and adults, encourage EFL instructors to implement technology-based learning strategies with high consideration. If EFL teachers fail to implement the appropriate strategy for teaching English, young students may likely encounter academic difficulties in subsequent years. Teachers of English as a foreign language (EFL) have implemented technology-based learning strategies to improve students' literacy, vocabulary, and critical thinking abilities. There are also implementation obstacles. This article aims to identify the types of digital-based learning strategies implemented by Indonesian EFL teachers for teaching English to young learners, as well as to identify the challenges faced by Indonesian EFL teachers when implementing digital-based learning strategies for young learners.The findings indicated that EFL teachers in Indonesia employed a variety of technological approaches to develop their students' language and critical thinking skills. EFL teachers utilized multimodal e-books to improve reading skills; animated e-books were employed to enhance literacy skills; flipped classroom was utilized to augment vocabulary; and digital folklore was used to foster analytical and critical thinking skills among EFL young learners.

Parental involvement in English as foreign language learners’ education: Challenges and solutions in a post-pandemic era

The role played by English language young learners’ parents in enhancing literacy skills has become central since the outbreak of COVID-19 which imposed the online mode of education. This increase in the magnitude of the parents’ involvement in their children's education has called for the exploration of the new role mandated on the parents to take the lead in their children's learning of English. The current study seeks to investigate the challenges, solutions and recommendations as seen through the lens of 28 parents of elementary school children in the UAE who reflected on their role in improving their children's performance in the English language subject during and after the pandemic. Data was collected using semi-structured interviews that consisted of three main questions on the parents’ challenges, solutions and suggestions regarding their involvement. The study adopted a mixed method approach that incorporated Grounded Theory Approach for the qualitative data, and descriptive statistics for the quantitative data. Findings show that most parents indicated that the most significant challenges they had were their lack of English proficiency and their children's lack of motivation. The strategies that were implemented by the parents were mainly using audio-visual resources and hiring tutors. On the other hand, they suggested that teachers and schools should provide support for the children and the parents. The implications of the study are significant for language educators, policymakers, and parents. For example, the findings of the study show that there should be a division of labour between schools, teachers and parents by having schools provide training for the parents, and effectively communicate with them. Curriculum developers should design content that targets the children's independent learning.

PROJECT ELL (Enhancing Literacy Skills of Learners through Audio – Visual Delivery) and Reading Comprehension Among Grade 5 Pupils

This study focused on the PROJECT ELL (enhancing learners’ literacy skills through audio-visual delivery) and reading comprehension among grade 5 pupils of San Roque Elementary School. Specifically, it aimed to determine the effect of the PROJECT ELL in improving reading comprehension, the pre-and post-test results of the grade 5 learners before and after implementing the intervention, and the intervention’s effect size on reading comprehension. This study utilized 13 participants using a single shoot test utilizing total enumeration, particularly frustrated readers. The researcher used a pre-post-test-only design, wherein the learners were identified through the purpose of the study. From the findings, PROJECT ELL greatly assisted the frustrated leaders in improving their reading comprehension skills, specifically in locating and explaining their answers with pertinent information. To reach the highest possible reading comprehension level among frustrated readers, it is necessary to employ various strategies and techniques.

ECRIMO, an app to train first graders' spelling: Effectiveness and comparison between different designs

The present study assessed the effectiveness of the ECRIMO educational application designed to build first‐grade level spelling skills. We tested whether using the app to teach spelling would be as effective as providing the same training using traditional paper exercises. The effect of integrating gamification into mobile learning apps, which has been little studied in the context of young children, is also investigated. A pretest/training/posttest design was implemented with 311 first‐graders divided in four groups: no training, paper training, the ECRIMO app with gamification features, and the ECRIMO app without gamification. Spelling, reading and phonological awareness abilities was measured at both pretest and posttest. The training was conducted over a 7‐week period (4.40 hours in total). The experimental design allowed us to answer three questions: (1) Is spelling training effective regardless of the medium used? (2) Is training through the app as efficient as paper‐based training? (3) Does gamification impact students' learning performance? Mixed‐model analyses revealed (1) a positive effect on the training outcome depended on the initial spelling ability of participants, (2) a comparable efficiency between autonomous training using the ECRIMO app on tablets and the same training provided by teachers using paper exercises and (3) a marginally positive effect of gamification that is greater for the weakest students. The present study proposes an original and pertinent experimental design to test the relevance of educational applications. The design features of learning apps can impact students' learning differently depending on their initial level. A critical step should be verifying that using online apps for training is at least as effective as the same training using paper exercises. Practitioner notesWhat is already known about this topic A significant number of children experience difficulties in reading and spelling from the first years of learning. The use of new technologies to support classroom teaching is rapidly developing as a topic of interest for educational professionals and researchers. Evaluations of new technologies developed to enhance literacy skills suggest that many factors can vary their effectiveness. The effectiveness of a digital educational application can be enhanced or undermined by design choices, such as gamification. What this paper adds Spelling training with the app ECRIMO seems effective for first year students, especially those with the lowest and middle level. Comparable effects of both the tablet‐based and paper equivalent training on participants' spelling were found. The use of gamification in ECRIMO could be more suitable for the weakest students. Implications for practice and/or policy Educational technologies should be evidence‐based and should be evaluated with both a passive and an active control group. The design should be carefully considered and tested, as it may be advantageous for some students and disadvantageous for others. The use of digital technology in education can be beneficial for classroom practice, when the activity can be carried out in total autonomy, leaving the teacher available for a group of pupils with specific needs.

The Implementation of Telegram in Reading Class to Improve Students’ Skimming and Scanning Skills

Skimming and scanning are important reading strategies that allow individuals to quickly gather information from written materials. With the advance of digital communication platforms, like Telegram improving students' scanning and skimming skills has become increasingly relevant. While the utilization of technological resources in reading and teaching English has been examined in different settings, there is a need to investigate the potential of Telegram as a specific tool for enhancing skimming and scanning abilities. This research uses both quantitative and qualitative data collection methods. The respondents in the research are 40 English major learners. The protocols to gather the data were questionnaires and interviews. The study suggests that utilizing Telegram can help students to improve their motivation and engagement, which can further enhance the learning process. Exploring the future implications of employing Telegram requires more investigation, especially for skimming as well as scanning development, as well as its incorporation across different age groups and academic contexts. Nonetheless, the results of the research offer insightful information into the integration of digital communication platforms as effective tools for improving reading strategies, paving the way for innovative approaches to enhance literacy skills in the digital era.